04/29/1961 - Youths, mostly college students, picked up and taken to jail after a near-riot during Splash Day activities on Galveston Island. The Galveston jail was too crowded so prisoners were kept outside. The students milled around in the courtyard surrounded by a high fence. less

04/29/1961 - Youths, mostly college students, picked up and taken to jail after a near-riot during Splash Day activities on Galveston Island. The Galveston jail was too crowded so prisoners were kept outside. ... more

04/29/1961 - Youths, mostly college students, picked up and taken to jail after a near-riot during Splash Day activities on Galveston Island. Arrested students are marched into the Galveston Jail courtyard. They were processed in the jail and returned to the yard. less

04/29/1961 - Youths, mostly college students, picked up and taken to jail after a near-riot during Splash Day activities on Galveston Island. Arrested students are marched into the Galveston Jail courtyard. ... more

In the picture at right above is part of the throng that descended on the Island City (Galveston) for the swim season's opening. The turnout was estimated at 250,000. And most are looking forward to another trip next year. Published April 30, 1962 less

In the picture at right above is part of the throng that descended on the Island City (Galveston) for the swim season's opening. The turnout was estimated at 250,000. And most are looking forward to another ... more

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Galveston Girl Scouts keep the lines straight, lending a young touch to the Splash Days parade. Published April 30, 1961

Galveston Girl Scouts keep the lines straight, lending a young touch to the Splash Days parade. Published April 30, 1961

04/1962 - Four students from East Texas State College add to the scenery along the Seawall in Galveston. The girls are, from left, Betty Koepp of Ft. Worth; Katchy Black of Greenville, Sara Jenkins of Hughes Springs, and Jeannie Smith of Daingerfield. Published April 29, 1962. less

04/1962 - Four students from East Texas State College add to the scenery along the Seawall in Galveston. The girls are, from left, Betty Koepp of Ft. Worth; Katchy Black of Greenville, Sara Jenkins of Hughes ... more

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Parade are just the thing for small boys, and Gary Miques tells his father all about it. Gary's father, Antonio Miques, 6204 Grand Blvd., Houston, makes an attentive listener. Published April 30, 1962.

Parade are just the thing for small boys, and Gary Miques tells his father all about it. Gary's father, Antonio Miques, 6204 Grand Blvd., Houston, makes an attentive listener. Published April 30, 1962.

Parade are just the thing for small boys, and Gary Miques tells his... Photo-4595073.61941 - Houston Chronicle

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Twenty-three Splash Day merrymakers hitch a ride with Joe Fletcher Jr. of Dallas headed down the beach for a weekend of fun. Published April 29, 1962.

Twenty-three Splash Day merrymakers hitch a ride with Joe Fletcher Jr. of Dallas headed down the beach for a weekend of fun. Published April 29, 1962.

Not all of the day was devoted to parades. These college students found plenty of time for rest and relaxation on the beach as they celebrate another Splash Day. Published April 30, 1962.

Not all of the day was devoted to parades. These college students found plenty of time for rest and relaxation on the beach as they celebrate another Splash Day. Published April 30, 1962.

Not all of the day was devoted to parades. These college students... Photo-4595075.61941 - Houston Chronicle

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Displaying their trophies and their smiles are Little Miss Splash Days, Judy Devries, and Little Mr. Splash Days, Kyle Jane, both 5. Judy is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Devries of Galveston, and Kyle is the son of Mr. and Mrs. E.A. Janek of Galveston. Published April 30, 1962. less

Displaying their trophies and their smiles are Little Miss Splash Days, Judy Devries, and Little Mr. Splash Days, Kyle Jane, both 5. Judy is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Devries of Galveston, and Kyle is ... more

Winners of Splash Days twirling championships show their trophies. The girls, all from Galveston, are, from left, Joyce Ervin, 15 years and up division; Marsha Seal, 10-14, and Jeannie Franken, up to 9. Published April 29, 1962. less

Winners of Splash Days twirling championships show their trophies. The girls, all from Galveston, are, from left, Joyce Ervin, 15 years and up division; Marsha Seal, 10-14, and Jeannie Franken, up to 9. ... more

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05/18/1963 - Two hits, one a miss: Jenneth Ann Emmit, of 2316 38th St. in Galveston and Raymond J. Oliver of 1718 Appomattox Drive in La Marque, both 5, were named Little Mr. and Mrs. Splash Day Saturday on the Pleasure Pier at Galveston. They were picked from 75 contestants in an event which highlighted the final weekend end of Splash Month. Published May 19, 1963 less

05/18/1963 - Two hits, one a miss: Jenneth Ann Emmit, of 2316 38th St. in Galveston and Raymond J. Oliver of 1718 Appomattox Drive in La Marque, both 5, were named Little Mr. and Mrs. Splash Day Saturday on ... more

04/25/1963 - Miss Rosalie Runfola is preparing some of the "treasure capsules" for Galveston Splash Month, which will be observed at the Isle City from Saturday through May 19. Six events, including a treasure hunt the length of the beach, is scheduled for the first weekend. Each Saturday at 1 p.m. a low flying airplane will drop 5,000 plastic capsules in the surf to float ashore. Gift certificates for cash and merchandise donated by Galveston businessmen will be in 250 of the capsules. Other events to be held the first Saturday are an antique car show, the second annual Thomas J. Lipton sailboat races, a beach and bathing wear style show, a public dance and a baton twirling contest. There will be no single Splash Day in Galveston this year. Published April 26, 1963. less

04/25/1963 - Miss Rosalie Runfola is preparing some of the "treasure capsules" for Galveston Splash Month, which will be observed at the Isle City from Saturday through May 19. Six events, including a treasure ... more

Robin Kettle, 4, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Kettle of Houston, smiles her approval along with Gary Campbell, 4, after being named Little Mr. and Miss Splash Days in Galveston Saturday. He is son of Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Campbell of La Marque. Robin was chosen over 34 other entrants and Gary over 15. Published May 3, 1964. less

Robin Kettle, 4, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Kettle of Houston, smiles her approval along with Gary Campbell, 4, after being named Little Mr. and Miss Splash Days in Galveston Saturday. He is son of Mr. and ... more

Having a ball on beach at Galveston as Splash Days got under way is M.J. Gault. Giving him a sand pack are Beverly Jeschke, Marilyn Wright, Donna Wyatt, Joan Beach, Janette Baca and Jerri Wright, left to right. Group are members of the senior class from Miles. Thousands are expected to jam the beaches Sunday to witness the festivities. Published May 3, 1964. less

Having a ball on beach at Galveston as Splash Days got under way is M.J. Gault. Giving him a sand pack are Beverly Jeschke, Marilyn Wright, Donna Wyatt, Joan Beach, Janette Baca and Jerri Wright, left to right. ... more

Having a ball on beach at Galveston as Splash Days got under way is... Photo-4595081.61941 - Houston Chronicle

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Thousands of students on Galveston's East Beach. Law used clubs and tear gas to disperse jeering students. Published May 1, 1966.

Thousands of students on Galveston's East Beach. Law used clubs and tear gas to disperse jeering students. Published May 1, 1966.

Thousands of students on Galveston's East Beach. Law used... Photo-4595082.61941 - Houston Chronicle